Flight and operations manual of ATEC 321 Faeta NG aircraft with Rotax 912 iS
ATEC v.o.s., Libice nad Cidlinou, Czech Republic
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7.7.
Fuel System
The fuel system consists of two fuel tanks inbuilt in wings. Its total fuel capacity is 100 liters (2 x max.
50L). The piping connection is equipped with a sediment bowl and a drain plug. The fuel supply is
provided by two independent circuits with two electrical fuel pumps (main and auxiliary). Unconsumed
fuel returns back to the fuel tank. The fuel pressure is measured by the pressure gauge. When the fuel
amount indicating light turns on, the fuel reserve is 5 liters.
7.8.
Instruments
The instrumental equipment consists of basic flight and engine instruments and navigation system. Static
and dynamic pressure is taken from the Pitot tube installed on the underside of the left wing. Instrumental
layout on the dashboard is displayed on the picture in the Art. 7.11.
If the aircraft is equipped with SSR transponder, this must be switched-on during the flight. The installation
of SSR transponder must be provided by appropriate authorized person.
Basic transponder squawks: 2000 - controlled flight
7000 - uncontrolled flight
7500 - unlawful interference
7600 - communication failure / radio contact loss
7700 - emergency
When setting up the new squawk, t
he transponder must be in “STAND
-
BY”
mode. When handling the
device, follow operating instructions of its manufacturer and instructions of air traffic controller!
7.9.
Controlling Elements
Foot-operated control
By pushing the left pedal when sufficient speed is reached, the aircraft turns to the left when moving either
on the ground or in flight, and vice versa. Pedals can be adjustable in three positions (optional equipment).
Hand-operated control
By pulling the control stick towards the pilot, the nose lifts up (pitch angle increases) and the aircraft is
climbing. By pushing the control stick forward, the aircraft is descending. By moving the control stick to the
left, the aircraft banks to the left, and vice versa.
Flaps
–
mechanical option
The flaps are released to move when the release button on the control lever is pushed. By pulling the lever
upward, flaps are extending step by step to positions I, II, III, and vice versa. After the release button is
released, the flaps stay in stable position.
Flaps
–
electrical option
The flaps are controlled via the flaps actuator by setting it to position I, II, III or OFF with a help of servo
engine. Each flap position is indicated by indicator light.
Engine throttle
By pushing the throttle lever forward, the engine power increases and vice versa.